CanadaFederal Government Ends Newfoundland Cod Moratorium After More Than 30 YearsSavePrintA fisherman carries cod caught in the nets of a trawler off the coast of New Hampshire in this April 23, 2016 photo. The Canadian Press/AP-Robert F. BukatyThe Canadian Press6/26/2024|Updated: 6/26/20240:00X 1The federal government is ending the northern cod moratorium off the north and east coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador after more than 30 years.The government says it is re-establishing a commercial northern cod fishery with a total allowable catch of 18,000 tonnes for the 2024 season.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesBanks Have ‘Ample Capacity’ to Help Fund Canada’s Adjustment to New Era: RegulatorSep 17, 2025MPs Observe Moment of Silence for Ken Dryden in House of CommonsSep 17, 2025Montreal Police Resolve Cold Case From 2008 Using Genetic Genealogy to ID KillerSep 17, 2025Eby Travels to Ottawa to Lobby Carney for BC Major Projects FundingSep 17, 2025